Friendship Therapy
No one ever expects to lose a best friend who once felt like family. But somewhere between miscommunication, unmet expectations and emotional distance, something shifts. What used to feel safe and effortless now seems tense, confusing, or one-sided. And trying to fix it by texting first, apologizing more, and holding your breath through awkward silences feels like a band-aid trying to cover the grand canyon. While it might appear as though the gaps in communication are just too big, friendship therapy can help.
When Friendship Starts to Feel Fragile
When your close friendship begins to crumble, it can hurt as deeply as the end of a romantic relationship. That’s why friendship therapy exists . . . to help you both slow down, understand what’s really happening beneath the surface, and rebuild the connection you both value.
Some areas friendship therapy can help are:
Life transitions
Disconnection
Boundary issues
Grief and loss
Repair after rupture
Communication breakdowns
One-sided effort or mismatched expectations
Jealousy
Betrayal
Your friendship might need:
A Reset Button
To Rebuild the Foundation
Closure (and that’s okay!)
No matter the need, friendship therapy can help you move forward with understanding and peace. After all, strong friendships don’t just happen; they are nurtured and repaired through honesty, compassion, courage, and the willingness to listen.
Rebuilding the Connection at Autumn Counseling
Friendship Therapy at Autumn Counseling offers a space for both of you to speak openly and be heard without blame or judgement. With guidance from one of our therapists who brings a wealth of knowledge in relationship and attachment dynamics, you’ll learn how to communicate clearly, listen with empathy, and reconnect to the things that brought you together in the first place.
We approach every session through the lens of empowerment and collaboration, honoring each client’s dignity, personal growth, and right to self-determination. To learn more about friendship therapy, book a free 15-minute consultation today.
The Autumn Team
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Brittany Burch
LCSW-S, CGP*
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Christina _
Licensure etc.
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Corey Stork
LMSW